This is known as a "lunar standstill" and only happens every couple of decades; this particular Strawberry Moon was extra special! The moon was at its peak between midnight and 1 a.m.

Here’s how it works. An illustration of the night sky on Dec. 17, 2024 showing the moon close to Mars. (Image credit: Chris Vaughan/Starry Night) ...

Sky watchers are in for a sweet pre-summer treat, with the “strawberry moon” of June 2025 getting ready to turn full in the coming days. The so-called strawberry moon, which will actually look ...

According to NASA, the moon will reach peak fullness at 3:44 a.m. Eastern time. However, the best time to view it will be the evening of June 10, when the moon rises near sunset. Despite its name ...

The Night Sky This Week: May 12-18, 2025 The moon takes center stage this week as it reaches its full phase, then wanes. After the vibrant “flower moon” rising in the southeast on Monday and ...

On the night of March 8, the moon and Mars will transit through the sky together from the south to the western sky. Weather permitting, the duo will remain visible until just before dawn, when ...

9 night sky events to see in June, from a strawberry moon to interstellar clouds This month's night sky is filled with close-range meteors, swirling nebulas, and prime stargazing conditions.

A rare black moon will appear in the sky on December 30, making it a perfect night to go stargazing. Here's what you need to know.

This month's full "Strawberry Moon" graces the night sky on June 11, putting on a spectacular show as the fully-lit disk of Earth's natural satellite rides low over the southeastern horizon.

The full "pink moon" will be rising in the night sky on Saturday, April 12, 2025, although its color won't actually look pink. The moon will also be 100% full on Sunday, April 13.

The Night Sky This Week: April 7-13, 2025 The stars and constellations of spring may be dominating the night sky, but we’re about to lose them to a full moon. Since it’s due to turn into a ...